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Ken Tanaka

b. 1951

Japanese actor, singer, and quena player

Actor Singer Musician

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About Ken Tanaka

Born 1951. Ken Tanaka is a Japanese actor, singer and musician.

is a Japanese actor. He has appeared in more than 40 films since 1974.

Filmography

Film

Television

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Important facts

Born

6 March 1951, Chikugo

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Actor, singer, musician

Nationality

Japan

Education

Fukuoka Prefectural Yame High School

Awards

Elan d'or Award for Newcomer of the Year

Also known as

Tanaka Ken

Contemporaries

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1912 – 1999

Gynecologist

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ken Tanaka?

Japanese actor, singer, and quena player (1951-)

When was Ken Tanaka born?

Ken Tanaka was born on 6 March 1951 in Chikugo.

What is Ken Tanaka's occupation?

Ken Tanaka is an actor, singer and musician.

What nationality is Ken Tanaka?

Ken Tanaka is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ken Tanaka

· Wikidata: Q11575288

· DBpedia: Ken Tanaka (actor)

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